2001 Gibson ES-165 Herb Ellis Signature – Highly Figured – Vintage Sunburst
A beautiful 2001 Gibson ES-165 Herb Ellis Signature in a classic Vintage Sunburst finish. Made on the Memphis factory, this model features the built-in neck humbucker, providing that quintessential thick, warm "jazz box" tone reminiscent of the classic ES-175.
This specific instrument features exceptional "tiger flame" figuring across the back, sides, and neck. It has been well-loved and cared-for and is a stunning example of n ES-165/ES-175.
Condition Notes:
- Visuals: The guitar is in overall excellent shape. There is minor stand rash under the headstock area (pictured) and a light finish blemish on the top near the cutaway (pictured) and can probably be buffed out by a professional — it is that subtle.
- Hardware: Gold hardware shows some light, honest patina consistent with its age.
- Case: Includes a non-original hardshell case that fits the guitar securely.
Specs:
- Body: Figured Maple/Poplar/Maple laminate
- Neck: One-piece Mahogany with "Rounded Jazz" profile
- Fingerboard: Rosewood with split-parallelogram inlays
- Pickup: Gibson 490R Humbucker
- Controls: Top-mounted Volume and Tone
- Weight: 6.7 lbs.
Shipping: Professionally packed and fully insured.
This item is sold As-Described
This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.
| Listed | 2 months ago |
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| Condition | Excellent (Used) Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more |
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